After they made their promise, Tanjiro lends Zenitsu his lunch money back.
Tanjiro: Look, I got what you need!
He smiled at Zenitsu.
Zenitsu: . . . Thank you once again Tanjiro. . .
Zenitsu started to hug him but. . . He realized that he was being close to Tanjiro. So, he backed away from him
Tanjiro: Zenitsu? Why did you break the hug?
Zenitsu: Nothing. . . It's just that I'm being close to you which it feels pretty weird. . .
Tanjiro hugged him instead
Tanjiro: . . . I like it. . . I get used to hugs. . .
Zenitsu: . . . You do. . .?
Tanjiro: Eheh, of course! I take it as an appreciation!
Zenitsu hugged him back.Tanjiro: Now then, how about we must eat our snacks before the bell rings eh?
Zenitsu: Okay then. . Thanks for the third time. . .
Tanjiro: My pleasure.
The two boys started having their recess. Until the bell rings
Zenitsu: Well then. . See you in lunch perhaps?
Tanjiro: Sure thing!Zenitsu POV:
(. . . I can't stop thinking about the hug. . . Could it be. . . Am I. . . Am I slowly falling for him?! No no no! I said this for the third time. . .!! I like Nezuko! N-not him. .!! . . . Or so I thought. . . I might have liked him now. . . . Is this my first time having a crush on men. . .? . . . I don't know about this. . .)
Tanjiro's POV:
(That's strange. . Why is Zenitsu looking down. . .? Does he hate me. . .? No, I didn't do anything didn't I. . .? don't know. . . It's the fact that when he keeps zoning out for a bit. . . Well, I would never know. . . If I actually did something wrong, I will apologize after class. . .)
Teacher: Settle down now class, Today, I will give you guys an announcement. We will be having science project for today. And the theme is solar system.
(Ofc I really love astrology)
Teacher: So, what I will be doing from now on, is I will be dividing you guys into 2 groups. You know, like two partners to work on a project.
Teacher: First, let us start with Zenitsu. Zenitsu, your partner will be. . . .
Zenitsu POV:
(Please be Nezuko, please be Nezuko. . .)
Teacher: Your partner will be Tanjiro. Please move your seat to his table.
(Haha get rekt you stupid bitch)
Zenitsu was shocked after her heard the Teacher. So, he moved to Tanjiro's table.
Zenitsu: Hey, Miss, is it okay to switch partners based in our decision?
Teacher: I'm sorry dear. Rules are rules. If youre partners with your enemy or something, good luck.
(BUT SERIOUSLY CAN YOU NOT COMPLAIN ABOUT MY JOB AND APPRECIATE WHAT I DID FOR YOU?? YOU KNOW HOW HARD IT IS TO EARN MONEY IN THE SCHOOL AND THE FACT I JUST WANNA RETIRE AKSKAJSAKLSK)
Tanjiro: Hey Zenitsu?
Zenitsu: Y-Yeah. . .?
Tanjiro: I just noticed that you kept on zoning out. If I did something wrong, then I am sorry. I shouldn't have done it in the first place.
Zenitsu: Ah! No no no! It's okay! You didn't do anything! For real! Things were just running in my mind for a little.
Tanjiro: Are you thinking about my sister again?
Zenitsu: N-No it's not that. . . It's. . . More than that. Yet, it's also complicated.
Tanjiro: It is? Can you please tell me?
Zenitsu: . . . I. . I can't. . .
Tanjiro: Why's that?
Zenitsu: It's a bit personal. B-But I will tell you soon! If I tell you now, then this might be the end of our friendship. . .!!
Tanjiro: End of our friend- What are you talking about?
Zenitsu: You'll see. . .
Tanjiro: Zen, I am serious. What did I do wrong? What do you mean by "End of our friendship"?
Zenitsu: You'll figure out soon. P-Plus it's not the right time yet. . . I will tell you soon. . Okay. . .? Trust me, you did nothing wrong. But I will tell you soon.
Tanjiro: . . . Fine then. . .The Teacher noticed the two of them talking
Teacher: BULLSHIT TANJIRO AND ZENITSU DO NOT TALK WHEN I DIDNT ASK YOU TO TALK
Zenitsu: OH- WE'RE SO SORRY MISS--
Tanjiro: YEAH WE'RE JUST HAVING A LITTLE CHAT-
Teacher: Nobody asked. Either you guys stop talking or detention.
Tanjiro: Yeah sorry. . .
Tanjiro's POV:
(What if he's lying. . .? What if he hid it from me so that I won't feel guilty. . .? I am so embarrassed right now. . . My heart is beating. . . I can't lose my Best friend. . .!!)Zenitsu's POV:
(I know he doesn't trust me. . . It's obvious because of the look from his face. . . Maybe I should tell him now. . . No, not yet Zenitsu! Just be patient! You'll not lose him soon. . Tanjiro can wait! He's respectful for any time! He can wait! He can. . !! . . . Maybe. . .)
The bell starts ringing. Im lazy alright?
Teacher: Alright class the project is due Wednesday. So please be mindful of your work.
Tanjiro: Ah! Yes. Anyways Zenitsu, wanna go to my house later? For the project of course.
Zenitsu: Sounds like fun! But hey, how about we eat lunch first? I'm getting hungry
Tanjiro: Alright!
The boys went in the cafeteria. And then the spotted Nezuko, Kanao, Inosuke, Aoi and Genya because I dont fucking care now
Nezuko: Looked who showed up!
Genya: Aoi and Inosuke are officially dating now btw.
Inosuke: SHUT UP TWERP! NOBODY ASKED YOU!
Kanao: Aoi, please consider calming your Boyfriend down. He's always so cranky.Aoi: YOU GUYS ARE THE ONLY ONE WHO MADE HIM MAD PLS--
Tanjiro: Whadap you guys?
Nezuko: Yeah we're doin pretty gud here. It's just the fact that Aoi and Inosuke are officially lovers.
Tanjiro: Wow! Congratulations you two!
Nezuko: And Zenitsu, how's class with Nee-chan?
Zenitsu's POV:
(I don't know. . . Maybe I should confess him very soon. . . Maybe not so early. . . I don't know. . . At least I have some time to think. . .)Nezuko: Zenitsu!
Zenitsu: WHUHH!-- UHHH-
Nezuko: You spaced out. Are you okay?
Zenitsu: Yeah! I'm okay! N-Nothing happened!
Nezuko: Huh? Stop being sus.
Zentsu: No really! I'm fine! Just some random stuff in my head.
Nezuko: Ooooh~ Were you thinking about my brother?~
Tanjiro also heard that.
Zenitsu and Tanjiro: Excuse you?
Nezuko: Hehe! I'm kidding!! I still know that you two had something in common.
Zenitsu: Yeah no. I need to use the bathroom for a while.
Kanao: Suspicious.
Zenitsu: I just need to use the toilet alright? What made you think it's sus?
Nezuko: Chill bro. Youre free to go now
Zenitsu: Thanks.
Kanao whispered to Nezuko
Kanao: How about we follow him?
Nezuko: Are you serious? You wanted me to go in a Boys' bathroom to learn his secret?
Kanao: The bathroom in this school is for any gender. Basically, it's like a public bathroom.
Nezuko: Hel no. Let's just listen by the bathroom door.
Kanao: Ugh you're so naive. Fine then.
The two girls snuck on Zenitsu and they eavesdropped by the bathroom exist to find out what Zenitsu was actually up to.
Zenitsu: Ugh. I don't think I like Nezuko anymore. I think. . . I think I am slowly having feelings for Tanjiro. . . But. . . I don't know when should I tell him my secret. . . How about. . . How about this Thursday or Friday? I don't know. . . . I'm slow at making decisions. . .
He took 10 seconds to think
Zenitsu: Fine. I will confess him this Thursday. That's final!
Kanao: Oh my god. . . Could it be. . .
Nezuko: He likes my brother. . .? I can't believe it! Now he'll stop interrupting me anymore!
Kanao: Please lower your voice. He can hear us!
Nezuko: Right!
Zenitsu: I need to get out of here. I think someone is eavesdropping on me.
Kanao: Shit. We have to start running.
Nezuko: W-WAIT! What if we tell him that we were actually eavesdroppi--
Zenitsu: . . Girls? What are you two doing by the exit?
Nezuko: A-Ah?
Kanao: N-Nothing!
Zenitsu: . . . If you guys were eavesdropping. . Then. . . You can make fun of me now. . . I guess I am gonna be called a freak by chance now. . .
Nezuko: N-No it's not that. . .!!
Kanao: We don't actually mind.
Zenitsu: . . Really. . .?
Nezuko: Yeah there's nothing wrong with people like you. Liking someone with the same gender? Come on, what could go wrong? Love is love. At least be careful with the age differences.
Zenitsu: . . . Wow. . . You guys are so sweet. . . Thanks for supporting me. . .
Kanao: Hah! Don't even mention!
Nezuko: Hey, the group needs us. We should probably head back for now.
Zenitsu: Sounds good! Let's go!
~To be continued~
Ajakjskajkjk I would love to make this story long but it's currently 2:17AM rn-- I will continue this tomorrow aight? Thanks for reding btw!
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